The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast

Alexander Parker
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Welcome to The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast! A podcast that serves as an educational, creative, informative, and intellectual space for African-Americans and Latinos (Hispanic-Americans, Latinx) alike! This is an effort to encourage unity, peace, knowledge, and creativity, in the spirit of Latin-Boogaloo, a crossover music genre from the 1960's era in New York. I wanted to make a safe space for African-Americans and Latinos, two groups that I'm a part of; my father being African-American from Brooklyn, New York and my late mother being Afro-Costa Rican..these two groups that I have A LOT of love for and that I'm proud to be a part of to learn more about each other and continue on this historical collaboration.

  1. 03/04/2023

    Ep10w/ Fábio Mariano: Beauty of Ballet, Collage Dance Collective, Racism in Brazil

    Hey guys! This episode features a conversation between me and my dear friend Fábio Mariano! He is a ballet dancer for Collage Dance Collective, an organization in Memphis that has brought ballet to people of color, vastly changing the culture around ballet. Mariano is from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and has lived in Memphis for 6 years. Both he and I talk about ballet, dance & gender, racism in Brazil, parallels of Afro Brazilian culture and African American culture, and the recent Lula election. It was great to have him on the show! Obrigado! This is the last interview episode of season 1! As always thank you all for your support! Sources: https://collagedance.org/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilberto_FreyreGraham, Richard. The Idea of Race in Latin America: 1870-1940. Univ. of Texas Press, 2006. https://www.un.org/en/chronicle/article/racial-discrimination-and-miscegenation-experience-brazilhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Age_of_Enlightenmenthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CastaLuiz Inácio Lula da Silva-Wikipediahttps://worldcat.org/identities/lccn-n82-21520/European Immigration to Brazil Support the show

    1h 10m

  2. 02/25/2023

    Ep9w/ Corey Wright: Gifted & Black Salsa Dancer, Self-Expression, Jazz Influence in Salsa Music

    What's good! Hola a todos! This episode features Corey Wright, one of the OG salsa dancers in the Memphis Latin dance scene! He loves music and sees salsa dancing as an art form that allows energetic self-expression. We both enjoy dancing to salsa music and enjoy the discipline of it. We also agree that it's a great way to meet people! Happy Black History Month! In this episode we talk about: How Corey Wright got into salsa dancingExperience as a Black salsa dancerSalsa Dancing as Art"Africanness" of Salsa MusicAfrican Americans recognizing the jazz influence in salsa musicGaining confidence from learning and failingThe Culture of Inclusivity in the Rumba RoomIntro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com Support the show

    47 min

  3. 01/17/2023 · BONUS

    Misunderstanding of MLK’s Legacy, Black Leftism, ATL Cop City, Minstrelry of Steven Crowder

    Hey everyone! Happy New Year and Happy Martin Luther King Day! This is an important day to reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  We also must be aware of the whitewashing of his legacy and that he is extremely misunderstood. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a brilliant Black intellectual, writer, and orator. He was anti-war, anti-imperialist, and saw connections between the Vietnam War, racial issues, and the exploitation of those in poverty. Many politicians optically agree with Dr. King but don't understand how ahead of his time he was. Dr.King was a radical in the 1960s and he would be considered radical now. He was more than "I Have A Dream". Let's learn more about Dr. King. Vamos! Main topics of interest: MLK: More Than I Have A DreamWhitewashing of MLK's Legacy"Thingification of the Negro"Connecting Civil Rights Movement to BLM and CRTBlack LeftismCOINTEL-PROAtlanta's Cop City DevelopmentRacism of Steven CrowderThree Evils of U.S. Society Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African-American_leftismhttps://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2013/08/the-forgotten-martin-luther-king-a-radical-anti-war-leftist/279148/https://www.cnn.com/2018/01/12/us/mlk-relevance-today/index.htmlhttps://history.uga.edu/news/stories/2018/essay-why-martin-luther-king-had-75-percent-disapproval-rating-year-his-deathhttps://www.nwesd.org/ed-talks/equity/the-three-evils-of-society-address-martin-luther-king-jr/https://jeremyfassler.medium.com/you-havent-done-nothin-bernie-sanders-s-disingenuous-transformation-into-a-civil-rights-22846a4b699https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/fannie-lou-hamerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/COINTELPROhttps://shec.ashp.cuny.edu/items/show/814https://www.jstor.org/stable/20459215https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FBI%E2%80%93King_suicide_letterhttps://www.vox.com/xpress/2014/11/12/7204453/martin-luther-king-fbi-letterCrowder Goes MASK OFF, Attacks MLK On His HolidayMLK Talks 'New Phase' Of Civil Rights Struggle, 11 Months Before His Assassination | NBC NewsWhy I haven't talked about Kyrie and KanyeAngela Davis & BLM Co-Founder Alicia Garza iSupport the show

    24 min

  4. 11/05/2022 · BONUS

    Addressing Recent Tragedies in Memphis (Sept 2022): Eliza Fletcher, Alicia Franklin, and Shooting Spree

    ***Warning*** Heavy subject matter  Hey everyone, long time no see.  Be warned that this is a heavier episode, I give my response to the recent tragedies that occurred in early September 2022: The kidnapping and murder of Eliza Fletcher and the shooting spree that happened in Memphis and North Mississippi on September 7th, 2022. I also talk about the importance of Alicia Franklin, a young Black woman who was sexually assaulted by the same suspect who kidnaped and killed Fletcher. These horrible and heartbreaking events shook up the city. I pray for the families and individuals affected by these tragic events. The main takeaway of the episode is to not give up on the city of Memphis despite these things happening. Memphians are tired but continue to bring value to this complicated and unique city. In this episode I talk about the following: Case of Eliza FletcherCase of Alicia FranklinRunner’s Tribute Eliza’s Run “Finish Eliza’s Run"Memphis shooting spreeResponses by Memphians on TwitterBriefly addressing Memphis’ crime problemHow can we make Memphis safer? How could we positively impact the city? Issues with our judicial system?Sources:  https://abc7news.com/alicia-franklin-memphis-jogger-eliza-fletcher-cleotha-henderson/12247883/https://wreg.com/news/eliza-fletcher/timeline-the-eliza-fletcher-abduction-and-murder/https://nypost.com/2022/09/04/who-is-the-billionaire-family-of-missing-teacher-eliza-fletcher/https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/2022/11/02/eliza-fletcher-memphis-tn-update-advocates-want-special-investigation/69614367007/https://www.newschannel5.com/news/national/woman-says-she-was-raped-by-man-accused-of-murdering-memphis-jogger?fbclid=IwAR1p2_DJezloxFkZbPVMvo1QV9-relsrhJ_oskmAXf2ii53-O4uVac5ralshttps://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/crime/witnesses-to-take-the-stand-in-memphis-shooting-spree-suspects/522-8105a507-2eba-4631-b0b0-64885ccf2f77https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2022/09/09/finish-liza-run-memphis-running-eliza-fletcher/8014112001/ Support the show

    12 min

  5. 05/19/2022

    Ep8w/Talia Palacio: Panama to Memphis, Working at an HBCU, Jamaican Influence in Central America, Multiculturalism, Panamanian Impact in Latin Music

    Hola a todos! This episode features Talia Palacio, the creator and host of La Hora de Sazón, a radio show on WYXR 97.1 FM that focuses the Latino/Latinx experience, culture, and music.  Palacio is a native Memphian and was born in Panama.  In our conversation, Palacio shares what it is like being raised in a bilingual household and growing up in Memphis with many cultures.  We also talk about her experience working at an HBCU. We dive into: MulticulturalismThe Growth of Hispanic & Latino/Latinx Organizations in MemphisWhat is La Hora De Sazón?Shared Struggles that Latinos & African Americans FacePanamanian CultureJamaican Influence in Central AmericaPanamanian Impact on Latin MusicReggaeton & RapStories Told in Salsa Music La Hora de Sazón airs on Saturdays at 8pm on WYXR 91.7 FM! Make sure you check it out! Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com Support the show

    58 min

  6. 04/18/2022

    Ep7w/Roberto Alfaro: Mexico City to LA to Memphis, Poetry, The Mysterious Pachita, La Catrina & Classism in Mexico

    This episode is a recorded interview with Memphis poet, free thinker, and my good friend Roberto Alfaro. (slight audio issues)      In our conversation, we discuss: Mexican IdentityMexican-African American relations in MemphisPoetryRoberto's experience growing up in MemphisThe story of a mysterious mystic and shaman woman known as PachitaLa Catrina as a memento mori and satircal response to classism in post-colonial MexicoSistema de castas and race in Latin AmericaMesoamerican/Pre-hispanic mythologyI hope you enjoy the episode! Stay tuned for more! Thank you for listening! Gracias por escuchar! Espero que haya disfrutado de este episodio. Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com HELP UKRAINE! https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/ukraine-crisis/?gclid=CjwKCAjw682TBhATEiwA9crl34jWK0iVYaMf2xXX0M27Z60_evlXtbdOFq87DPEQyIqXp8YndLGkfhoCL7sQAvD_BwE    Cook For Ukraine Fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/cookforukraine Pachita:  https://mexicounexplained.com/pachita-psychic-surgeon-medium-mystic/https://mxcity.mx/2015/10/pachita-la-curandera-mexicana-mas-famosa-de-la-ciudad-de-mexico/ Sunrise/Sunset Meditation:  https://treehouserecoverypdx.com/addiction-blog/sunrise-sunset-meditations/#:~:text=Sunrise%20Meditation&text=Sit%20in%20a%20comfortable%20seated,you%20like%20to%20leave%20behind%3F Support the show

    57 min

  7. 09/23/2021

    Ep6w/Cazateatro: Bilingual Theatre Group: Memphis' Latino Community, Latin Fest 2021, Using the Arts to Share Culture, "In the Heights Movie" Thoughts

    This episode features the two leaders of Cazateatro: Bilingual Theatre Group, Monica Sanchez (Co-founder of Cazateatro) and Dorimar Ferrer (Executive Director).      In our conversation, we discuss: The origins and role of Cazateatro: Bilingual Theatre GroupWhat brought both Monica and Dorimar to MemphisThe arts and creativity and how they can be used to express cultural pride and promote togethernessLatin Fest 2021 (Sept 25, 2021!!) and other upcoming eventsDemographics of Latinos in MemphisLatino/Latinx RepresentationThoughts about "In The Heights" movie and its colorism controversy. I hope you enjoy the episode! Stay tuned for more! Thank you for listening!  Cazateatro's website:  https://cazateatro.org/ Follow Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cazateatro/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJWwCOVnW0JUqYVu4pH2PzgTwitter: https://twitter.com/cazateatrogroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cazateatro_memphis/Latin Fest 2021! Be there!! Enjoy live performances, music, and food! https://www.facebook.com/events/overton-square/latin-fest-2021/561436275247745/ Join the Mid-South Bugalu Official Fans Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787658988077379/ Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com Support the show

    53 min

  8. 08/07/2021

    Ep5 w/ Jeshaun Powell aka ACE GAHD (Pt2): Martial Arts, Fighting Games as Mental Chess, Future of Memphis

    **Part 2***  This episode features rapper, gamer, illustrator, animator, poet, and dear friend from my days at MCA (Memphis College of Art), Jeshaun Powell aka ACE GAHD.  He is a true example of a "Renaissance man." He is hilarious and happy go lucky but he is also someone full of ambition and talent.  It was a joy to have him on the pod!      In our conversation, we discuss:  The origins of Hip-hop culture and its unique characteristics of rap musicWho are some of the most influential rappersMumble Rap having value and influencing Latin Trap artistsMemphis is a center of culture  in TN and a city with tons of potentialRenaissance Man vs Artist of LifeLanguagesMCA (Memphis College of Art)Martial artsFighting games as new age chess           and much more!       Follow ACE GAHD on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tJnc3KKkSmaCpBfqxutbx        Subscribe to Jeshaun's Youtube channels: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDOU8efbiPWZNIXL9o-NqOQ -ACE GAHD https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxrmKGugAosPmKPsXuctU8Q- ACE GAHD Beats https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCirGlX4AJxrmvFUOrRHzt4g- ACE GAHD Gaming https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8-kMDUoEkk7mY_3dy-mig - ACE GAHD Poetry https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-7ECjYLCXogKwzOFbjFKyw -ACE GAHD Visual Arts https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9EA0UKoieUc2nd2SOV8ZEw -ACE GAHD Anime Join the Mid-South Bugalu Official Fans Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787658988077379/ Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com Support the show

    44 min
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Welcome to The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast! A podcast that serves as an educational, creative, informative, and intellectual space for African-Americans and Latinos (Hispanic-Americans, Latinx) alike! This is an effort to encourage unity, peace, knowledge, and creativity, in the spirit of Latin-Boogaloo, a crossover music genre from the 1960's era in New York. I wanted to make a safe space for African-Americans and Latinos, two groups that I'm a part of; my father being African-American from Brooklyn, New York and my late mother being Afro-Costa Rican..these two groups that I have A LOT of love for and that I'm proud to be a part of to learn more about each other and continue on this historical collaboration.

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  • Creator
    Alexander Parker
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast
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